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Horror scene as Packers star heads to HOSPITAL after major collision leaves him and Panthers defender down on field

A GREEN Bay Packers star has been sent to the hospital after a brutal hit left him and a Carolina Panthers defender down on the ground. It was a scary scene at Lambeau Field, with both players being forced to…

By Ryan Sanudo · The U.S. Sun

Published: Friday, 30 October 2026 at 1:56 AM

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Christian Watson was taken to the hospital for precautionary testing following a collision with Will Lee.
The injury occurred during the second quarter on a 53-yard completion from quarterback Jordan Love.
Watson returned to Lambeau Field in the third quarter and re-entered the contest.

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Green Bay Packers wide receiver Christian Watson was taken to a local hospital for precautionary testing following a collision with Carolina Panthers cornerback Will Lee during Thursday Night Football at Lambeau Field. The incident occurred during the second quarter on a 53-yard pass from Jordan Love, which left Watson clutching his chest and Lee grabbing his left hamstring.

Despite the hospital evaluation, Watson returned to the stadium in the third quarter and re-entered the game during the Packers' second drive of the half. Lee was unable to put weight on his leg, required a cart from the sideline, and was officially ruled out due to his hamstring injury.

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